Road Freight Operator – Imports or Exports

Job Title: Road Freight Operator – Imports or Exports

Location: Manchester, UK

Salary: Up to £38,000 + Benefits (DOE)

A major international freight forwarder in Manchester is hiring an experienced Road Freight Operator specializing in either road imports or road exports. Whether your expertise lies in inbound or outbound European trailer movements, this role offers operational autonomy, job stability, and clear career pathways across international road freight operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Road Freight Operations: Manage end-to-end European road import or road export shipments, handling FTL, LTL, and groupage trailer movements from booking to final delivery.
• Customs Clearance & Documentation: Prepare essential transit paperwork (CMRs, T1/T2 forms) and process UK import customs or export customs declarations in line with post-Brexit regulations.
• Freight & Transport Coordination: Collaborate with international transport partners, hauliers, and overseas logistics teams to track vehicle movements, optimize road freight routes, and manage border clearances.
• Account Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for key client accounts, offering proactive tracking updates and quick solutions for transit delays.
• File Financials: Control road freight file costing, approve vendor invoices, and manage accurate customer billing to protect margin profitability.

Requirements:

• Proven track record in European road freight forwarding (focusing on road imports or road exports).
• Solid grasp of post-Brexit customs procedures, Incoterms, and international transport documentation.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard freight software (CargoWise, EDI Enterprise, or similar TMS platforms).
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills under tight transit deadlines.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £38,000 DOE plus full corporate benefits package.
• Clear promotion opportunities within an expansive global logistics network.
• Generous holiday allowance and a solid corporate benefits scheme.

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